1993 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Donkervoort D8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1993 Donkervoort D8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 829 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Donkervoort D8. (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Donkervoort D8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Donkervoort | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | D8 | CL |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2955 mm |